Qatar Automobiles Company (QAC), the authorised general distributor of Mitsubishi Motors in Qatar, has introduced the first Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) in Qatar.
The new vehicle is part of the company’s expansion plan to supply the Qatari market with environment-friendly vehicles and contribute to sustainability, the QAC has said in a press statement.
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is displayed at the Qatar Automobiles Company showroom on Salwa Road and available for test drives.
The QAC is part of Nasser Bin Khaled (NBK) Group, which is supporting the government’s efforts to encourage customers to switch to electric vehicles.
In this regard, the NBK Group has recently signed a partnership agreement with the Ministry of Transport and Communications to provide charging stations in Qatar as part of the Group’s vision and support for the pillars of Qatar National Vision 2030.
Sheikh Faleh bin Nawaf al-Thani, the managing director (Auto) at NBK Group, said: “As Qatar is moving towards more environment-friendly options to save our natural resources and environment, we are pleased to support this vision and introduce the first electric Mitsubishi vehicle in Qatar.
“This step complements NBK Group’s collaboration with the relevant authorities to promote electric vehicles and provide electric charging stations across Qatar.”
QAC general manager Hisham El Sahn said: “The new Outlander PHEV is a perfect solution for those looking for an electric SUV, thanks to its reliability and features.
“We welcome all customers to do a test drive of the vehicle and experience the real driving pleasure and facilities.
“The Outlander PHEV is the new generation’s best choice that meet all needs.”
The Outlander PHEV employs two electric motors, one at each axle, and a powerful 2.4-litre Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with enhanced fuel efficiency and improved noise reduction that work together to optimise performance according to driving preferences.
Working together, the twin motors and petrol engine outperform a 3.0-litre petrol engine.
Mounted underneath the floor, the Outlander PHEV enjoys a 13.8kWh large capacity battery achieving 55km EV range alone when fully charged.
The 2.4L Atkinson-cycle engine and generator are mounted at the front of the car.
The two high-power motors that realise 60KW output on the front and 70KW on the rear offer strong acceleration and high manoeuvrability with Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) – the integrated control system only available from Mitsubishi Motors.
By synchronising the twin motors and the engine, the EV, Series Hybrid and Parallel driving modes are seamlessly changed for optimised low CO2 emissions experience.
The quiet, smooth and zero-emission EV mode is ideal for the daily commute, and the Outlander PHEV can achieve a best speed of 135kph while utilising the electric motors only.
Also new to the Outlander PHEV is the Twin Motor 4WD feature which allows the selection of Normal, Snow and Lock modes, depending on road conditions.
Charging the Outlander PHEV is as easy as driving it, while an AC 230V 10A regular charger can take up to 5.5 hours to fully charge the vehicle, a quick charger is perfect for adding mileage quickly for up to 80% capacity in under 25 minutes.
The exterior of the Outlander PHEV hints at the car’s dynamic styling, while also expressing its fun-to-drive SUV spirit, creating an instant and lasting impression.
The result is a distinctive outline that instils the next-generation eco-car with a unique presence.
The interior has a modern and luxurious cockpit with soft padded surfaces, high-quality leather seats, a lustrous dashboard and centre console and an abundant legroom.
The Outlander PHEV comes with an array of features that make it even more ahead of its time.
The Informative Power Meter indicates energy usage, regenerative power, engine power (KW), EV output and more.
Special PHEV Display Functions are embedded into the Multi-Information Display to show various PHEV functions, including driving range indicator, EV Drive ratio indicator, and energy flow indicator.
The large 8” touchscreen Smartphone Link Display Audio (SDA) intuitively operates music playback and calls with voice actions for a more enjoyable and safer drive.
The Outlander PHEV sets high standards for safety with an impressive array of features.
These include Forward Collision Mitigation System, Adaptive Cruise Control System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Automatic High-Beam, Blind Spot Warning, and Ultrasonic Mis-acceleration Mitigation System.
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is displayed at the QAC showroom on Salwa Road.
